Bath & Body Works Files 8-K on Leadership Changes
Ticker: BBWI · Form: 8-K · Filed: Sep 25, 2024 · CIK: 701985
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Bath & Body Works, INC. (BBWI) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Sep 25, 2024 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 3 |
| Reading Time | 3 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.50 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: leadership-change, governance, filing
Related Tickers: BBWI
TL;DR
BBWI filed an 8-K on 9/25 for 9/23 events: director/officer changes & comp. plans.
AI Summary
Bath & Body Works, Inc. filed an 8-K on September 25, 2024, reporting events as of September 23, 2024. The filing covers the departure of directors, election of directors, appointment of officers, and compensatory arrangements. It also includes Regulation FD disclosures and financial statements/exhibits.
Why It Matters
This filing indicates potential shifts in the company's leadership and governance structure, which could influence strategic direction and operational oversight.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — The filing is routine and reports on standard corporate governance events without immediate financial implications.
Key Players & Entities
- Bath & Body Works, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Delaware (jurisdiction) — State of incorporation
FAQ
What specific officer positions were affected by the appointments reported in this 8-K?
The filing indicates the appointment of certain officers, but the specific positions are detailed within the document's sections on officer appointments.
Were there any specific reasons cited for the departure of directors mentioned in the filing?
The filing notes the departure of directors or certain officers, with further details expected to be within the body of the report.
Does the 8-K provide details on the new compensatory arrangements for officers?
Yes, the filing explicitly mentions 'Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers' as a covered item, implying details are included.
What is the significance of the Regulation FD Disclosure mentioned in the filing?
Regulation FD disclosures ensure that material information is broadly disseminated to the public, preventing selective disclosure to analysts or institutional investors.
When was the earliest event reported in this 8-K filing?
The earliest event reported in this 8-K filing was on September 23, 2024.
Filing Stats: 829 words · 3 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 10.4 · Accepted 2024-09-25 16:56:11
Key Financial Figures
- $0.50 — nge on which registered Common Stock, $0.50 Par Value BBWI The New York Stock Exc
Filing Documents
- dp218361_8k.htm (8-K) — 29KB
- dp218361_ex9901.htm (EX-99.1) — 34KB
- 0000950103-24-013936.txt ( ) — 238KB
- lbcom-20240923.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 3KB
- lbcom-20240923_lab.xml (EX-101.LAB) — 33KB
- lbcom-20240923_pre.xml (EX-101.PRE) — 22KB
- dp218361_8k_htm.xml (XML) — 3KB
02. Departure of Directors
Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Julie Rosen ceased to serve as President, Retail of Bath & Body Works, Inc. (the "Company") on September 25, 2024. Following such date, it is expected that Ms. Rosen will thereafter serve as a non-executive employee of the Company to assist with the orderly transition of her responsibilities until her separation date, which is expected to occur on or about October 22, 2024 (the "Separation Date"). Until the Separation Date, Ms. Rosen will be eligible to receive compensation on the same basis as her current compensation. in good standing through the Separation Date, on such date Ms. Rosen's employment with the Company will be terminated without "cause" and she will become entitled to the payments and benefits applicable on such a termination under the terms of the executive severance agreement between the Company and Ms. Rosen, dated May 13, 2022, in accordance with and subject to the terms thereof, including the Company's receipt of an effective release of claims against the Company from Ms. Rosen. The executive severance agreement is filed as Exhibit 10.26 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 3, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 22, 2024. Following her separation, Ms. Rosen will continue to be subject to certain restrictive covenants, including non-competition and non-solicitation covenants. The Company does not intend to fill the President, Retail role and Ms. Rosen's responsibilities will be overseen by other members of the Company's management team.
01. Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On September 25, 2024, the Company issued a press release announcing that Ms. Rosen has stepped down as President, Retail, a copy of which is furnished with this Current Report on Form 8-K ("Current Report") as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated into this Item 7.01 by reference. The Company also announced that it reaffirms its third quarter and full year fiscal 2024 guidance, as previously provided on August 28, 2024. The information in this Item 7.01 of this Current Report (including Exhibit 99.1) shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of such section, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, regardless of the general incorporation language of such filing, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description 99.1 Press Release of Bath & Body Works, Inc., dated September 25, 2024 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. BATH & BODY WORKS, INC. Date: September 25, 2024 By: /s/ Michael C. Wu Name: Michael C. Wu Title: Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary